Primary Department: County Engineer
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Milton Rahman, PhD, P.E., PMP, CFM, ENV SP, County Engineer
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 25035MF3Q801
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): AutoARCH Architects, LLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 19.60%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
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Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to execute an agreement with AutoARCH Architects, LLC in the amount of $335,000 for architectural and engineering services to upgrade lighting in connection with 201 Caroline - Civil Courthouse - Energy Efficient Lighting - 2024, UPIN 25035MF3Q801, Precinct 1, MWBE Contracted Goal: 19.60%.
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Background and Discussion:
The Office of the County Engineer (OCE) obtained approval to proceed with upgrades as part of the Countywide Facility LED Lighting Projects, which align with the objectives of Building Operations Services' (BOS's) Capital Improvement program and the Harris County Climate Action Plan. This program supports asset and equipment improvements as well as major upgrades, ensuring long-term operational efficiency and sustainability of county facilities.
This project includes the upgrade to energy efficient lighting within the Civil Courthouse of approximately 230,000 square feet of existing office, courtroom and public spaces. AutoARCH Architects LLC will provide architectural and engineering design services for lighting assessment, controls, and electrical systems.
Expected Impact:
The approval of this agreement will allow the firm to conduct the necessary design for the constru...
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